With NBA free agency right around the corner, the talking heads are abuzz wondering what the Portland Trail Blazers will do. The team faces critical decisions on their quest to surround Damian Lillard with the necessary talent for a title run or run the risk he could opt to request a trade.
The only small forward under contract, Nassir Little, has shown potential, but still has room to grow. Unless the 23-year-old Little takes a major step forward this season, he’s better off providing solid depth as an athletic, high-energy forward capable of making a big impact off the bench during a title run.